Alendronic acid Prescribing at THE BIRCHWOOD AND SOLLERSHOTT SURGERIES
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,030
Total Quantity
8,468
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+170.6%
THE BIRCHWOOD AND SOLLERSHOTT SURGERIES prescribed 2,030 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,491 to the NHS. This is 170.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
165
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,030 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,468 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,491 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +170.6% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,030 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +170.6% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.